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Cricket: Men’s CWC 2023 qualifying matches rescheduled
ISLAMABAD: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced the 20 rescheduled series in the pathway to the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in India and the dates for…
West Indies skipper Holder wants end to having only home umpires
WELLINGTON: West Indies captain Jason Holder pressed Monday for an end to cricket's insistence on home umpires because of the coronavirus pandemic, although he had no serious complaints about the…
Babar Azam at second place in ICC T20I batsmen rankings
LAHORE: Pakistan cricket captain, Babar Azam is at second place in ICC T20I batsmen list in which England's Dawid Malan remains on top. Left-arm spinner Imad Wasim is the only…
New Zealand all-rounder Mitchell fined for swearing
HAMILTON: New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell was fined 15 percent of his match fee for swearing during their first Test victory over the West Indies in Hamilton. "Mitchell used inappropriate…
Former boss Lorgat named to Cricket South Africa interim board
JOHANNESBURG: Former Cricket South Africa (CSA) chief executive Haroon Lorgat was included Friday in a nine-man interim board tasked with restoring the image of the scandal-tainted organisation. The 60-year-old ex-International…
Babar can improve Pakistan cricket: Shoaib Malik
ISLAMABAD: Pakistani Veteran all-rounder Shoaib Malik believes the limited-overs Skipper Babar Azam needs to be strong as a captain saying the young prolific batsman can improve Pakistan cricket. Malik urged…
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020 wins big at Leaders in Sports Awards 2019
ISLAMABAD: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has been recognised for two groundbreaking digital initiatives at the prestigious Leaders in Sports Awards 2019, an ICC press release said. The ICC’s coverage…
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ICC launches merchandise licensing partner tender process
ISLAMABAD: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday initiated tendering process for the appointment of both a Host Country Merchandise Licensing Partner and an Online Merchandise Licensing Partner for ICC…
Pressure off players at closed-door IPL, says Ponting
NEW DELHI: Australian cricket great Ricky Ponting Saturday said there would be less pressure on players in the virus-hit Indian Premier League with matches being played in empty stadiums. The…
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Australia reclaim top T20 rankings, Pakistan remain at fourth
ISLAMABAD: Australia have reclaimed the top spot in the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s T20I Team Rankings after briefly conceding it to England during the three-match series in Southampton, which the…
Zaheer Abbas wants a Player’s Association in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Asian Bradman Zaheer Abbas believes there is a need to set up a Player’s Association in Pakistan, as it provides coordination between the players’ and the cricket board. “Players’…
Pakistan’s inconsistency, a hurdle in becoming the best team: Zaheer Abbas
ISLAMABAD: Asian Bradman Zaheer Abbas believes the lack of consistency in performance, was a big hurdle for the Green-Shirts, in becoming one of the best teams in the world. “Pakistan…
ECB considers flexible start times for third Test
ISLAMABAD: After criticism over the amount of time lost during the drawn second Test between Pakistan and England, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is considering more flexible start…
Hussain wants new ‘mindset’ after bad light blights second Test
SOUTHAMPTON: Nasser Hussain has called on cricket to adopt a new "mindset" after bad light blighted the drawn second Test between England and Pakistan at Southampton. Only 134.3 overs were…
Pakistan, England players eye improved rankings
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan players will be aiming to progress in the MRF Tyres International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Test Player Rankings as they revive their campaign in the ICC World Test…
ICC Men’s CWC Super League launched
ISLAMABAD: The International Cricket Council on Monday launched the inaugural ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super League, getting underway on July 30th in Southampton. The Super League would begin with…
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Yasir Shah hopes googlies will be his most important weapon in England
ISLAMABAD: Wrist-spinner Yasir Shah is working on his googly and batting ahead of the Test series against England, which begins early next month. Yasir is hoping that the dry wickets…
Sri Lanka minister offers ICC evidence 2011 World Cup was fixed
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka's former sports minister said Saturday has offered more evidence to cricket's world governing body that he says shows the 2011 World Cup was fixed. Mahindananda Aluthgamage's remarks…
Babar Azam confident Pakistan to do well in T20Is
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan limited-overs skipper, Babar Azam has insisted that his side has identified the right mix of players for the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men's T20 World Cup, scheduled to…
Sri Lanka questions World Cup opener in fixing probe
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka opener Upul Tharanga on Wednesday became the first player to be grilled by detectives in a probe investigating claims that the 2011 Cricket World Cup final was…
ICC reveals record viewing figures for Women T20 World Cup 2020
DUBAI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) Monday revealed record viewing figures for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020, which has become one of the most watched women’s sporting events…
Inzamam queries ICC’s new set of rules
ISLAMABAD: Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has pointed out problems that according to him will arise at the time of implementation of social distancing rules announced by the International Cricket Council…
Ramiz Raja wants Misbah to change his approach
ISLAMABAD: Former skipper Ramiz Raja believes head coach cum chief selector Misbah ul Haq should change his approach towards selection, saying Pakistan team needs to move forward with youth. Referring…
Coronavirus may force IPL out of India, chairman says
NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League could be moved out of the country if the coronavirus pandemic does not ease in the next two months, IPL chairman Brijesh Patel said…